Balyasny Asset Management L.P.

Risk Engineer

Balyasny Asset Management L.P.$100K — $150K *
Finance & Insurance
Less than 5 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • 4+ years of professional software development experience with C# and .NET.
  • Ability to take ownership of projects in a remote team environment.
  • Expertise in designing scalable, performant systems and design patterns.
  • Experience in building systems that efficiently process large datasets.
  • Proven track record with automated testing frameworks and tools.
  • Strong knowledge of T-SQL and database design patterns.
  • Bachelor's or advanced degree in Computer Science, Mathematics, Engineering, or related field.

Responsibilities

  • Design, develop, and maintain high-performance risk reporting systems using C# and .NET.
  • Collaborate with teams to deliver end-to-end solutions for risk management.
  • Enhance systems to process large data volumes with reliability.
  • Promote best practices in software engineering, including testing and CI/CD.
  • Identify and resolve technical challenges for platform stability.
  • Communicate updates clearly to technical and non-technical stakeholders.
  • Foster a culture of knowledge sharing and continuous improvement.

Benefits

  • Opportunity to work in a global, collaborative team.
  • Engagement with high-impact projects and scalable systems.
  • Focus on personal and team growth through knowledge sharing.
  • Work in a fast-paced environment that values independent problem-solving.
Full Job Description
Description Summary

The Risk Technology Platform Team is seeking a skilled C# .NET Developer to join our global team. You will design, develop, and maintain critical risk reporting infrastructure and core components supporting key tools for Risk Managers and business teams. This role offers the chance to work on high-impact, scalable systems, collaborating with engineers and stakeholders to deliver innovative, business-driven solutions. You will be involved throughout the software development lifecycle, focusing on building robust, high-throughput platforms that empower risk managers to access and analyze data efficiently. We value candidates who excel in fast-paced environments, communicate effectively, and can work independently.

Responsibilities:

- Design, develop, and maintain scalable, high-performance risk reporting and analytics systems using C# and .NET.

- Collaborate with cross-functional teams, including risk managers, data engineers, and DevOps, to deliver end-to-end solutions.

- Implement and enhance systems capable of processing large volumes of data with stringent performance and reliability requirements.

- Drive the adoption of best practices in software engineering, including code reviews, automated testing, and continuous integration/deployment.

- Proactively identify and resolve technical challenges, ensuring the stability and scalability of the platform.

- Communicate effectively with both technical and non-technical stakeholders, providing clear updates and documentation.

- Culture of knowledge sharing and continuous improvement.

Required Qualifications:

- 4+ years of professional software development experience, with a strong focus on C# and .NET technologies.

- Proven ability to work independently, taking ownership of requirements from inception through to delivery in a remote/virtual team environment.

- Deep expertise in designing and implementing scalable, performant systems and associated design patterns.

- Experience building and supporting systems that process large datasets quickly and efficiently.

- Demonstrated track record of delivering high-quality, reliable software, with proficiency in automated testing frameworks and tools.

- Strong knowledge of T-SQL and relational/OLAP database design patterns.

- Bachelor's or advanced degree in Computer Science, Mathematics, Engineering, or a closely related field.

- Excellent communication, problem-solving, and multitasking skills.

Preferred/Desirable Skills:

- Experience with data warehousing concepts and columnar databases such as Snowflake.

- Familiarity with load testing APIs, regression testing suites, and performance tuning.

- Hands-on experience with cloud platforms (preferably AWS), containerization (Kubernetes), and related cloud-native technologies.

- Prior experience in the financial services or risk management domain is a plus.

About Balyasny Asset Management L.P.

Balyasny Asset Management L.P. is a global investment firm that manages hedge funds and private investment funds. The company was founded in 2001 by Dmitry Balyasny and is headquartered in Chicago, Illinois, with additional offices in New York, London, Hong Kong, and Singapore. Balyasny Asset Management L.P. employs a multi-strategy approach to investing and focuses on generating alpha through a combination of fundamental analysis and quantitative research. The company has a strong track record of performance and has received numerous awards for its investment strategies.
Learn more about Balyasny Asset Management L.P.
Size
1,000 employees
Industry
Net Income
$200 million
Founded
2001
5 Year Trend
+20%
Revenue
$1 billion

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